Florence - history and charm blend with modern comfort

A visit to Florence is a must for any art lover.One of the best solutions, for surprisingly low
UNESCO estimates that 60% of the world's mostrates is Hotel Croce di Malta, located only a few
important artworks are in Italy, with over half ofsteps from both the Arno River and the Santa
them located in Florence. Situated in theMaria Novella railway station. The location is
northwest of Italy, surrounded by theperfect for those who wish to be close to the
wine-growing hills of Chianti, the city attractsmost prestigious boutiques, the banks of the Arno
rapture and awe altogether. It is also one of theRiver and the main monuments. The rooms
most crowded cities in Europe, as once the visitorcharm goes hand in hand with the comfort of the
drops down to street level, the profusion ofmost modern, functional amenities. The Kraft
traffic, tourists and touts can remove all sense ofHotel is situated in a residential and romantic area
tranquility. To ensure however, that your stay inof Florence, just a few steps away from the
Florence, either for tourism or corporateOpera House, the Arno river and the railway
purposes, is a success, the easiest way is to gostation, a symbol of style, elegance and Florentine
to online hotel booking. The offer is varied andhospitality. It is a refined and quiet first class hotel
provides the best money can buy.always preferred by artists. Athenaeum is a
Choose among Florence's cheaper andcontemporary hotel in the heart of the historical
comfortable locationscentre of Florence. Personal attention to the
If you are looking for cheaper solutions for yourneeds and desires of each guest characterizes
stay in Florence, Hotel Giada may be one of thethis completely new structure that presents an
options. The district of St.Lorenzo, known all overarray of services that also include a Putting Green
the world for its lively market, is one of the mostfor golf enthusiasts, a modern free fitness room.
fascinating and typical market-places of FlorenceLuxury meets comfort in Florence's villas
with the unfinished church of San Lorenzo, built inIf you are however willing to spend more, some
393 and reconstructed by Brunelleschi. Just inof the accommodation palaces stand at your
front of the right side of the church you can seedisposal. Located opposite the Cascine Park and
the picturesque location; a small hotel in the heartthe famous Lugarni, the Starhotel Michelangelo is a
of Florence, but a real oasis of relax, with itsdeluxe hotel which occupies a privileged location,
particularly comfortable rooms, all equipped withjust minutes from historic buildings, museums and
modern amenities. The staff is always willing toshops. The hotel has a restaurant that offers
help in the organization of your holidays, in theTuscan cuisine in a contemporary setting. If you
reservation of museums tickets, restaurants, carare more interested in a view, choose Villa La
hire and sightseeing tours. Hotel Orcagna is locatedVedetta. With a partial view of Florence, these
in one of the most distinguished and calm areasintimate rooms are located on the ground and
of central Florence, close to the Arno river and afirst floor of the Romantic Villa, besides the main
short walk from Piazza S. Croce. The hotel offersbuilding, facing the Italian beautifully furnished with
comfortable guestrooms, a small garden, wherea combination of real antiques and pieces of
you can relax, bicycles for sport lovers and ancontemporary design. The rooms located in the
internet point in the lobby.Romantic Villa also dispose of a small private
Another ideal place if you are in town on holidaygarden fully equipped, to enjoy the mild Florentine
or on a cheap business travel, choose the famousweather from Spring to Autumn. Original antiques
Hotel Semifonte, centrally located for all touristare tastefully combined with elements of modern
flows and cultural itineraries todesign.
Viena-Florence-Pisa-S.Gimignano, between the ValA warm welcome awaits you at the five-star
d'Elsa and the Chianti territory. The hotel offersHotel Savoy in the heart of Florence. Located on
cozy rooms with all the modern amenities andthe historic Piazza della Repubblica, close to the
with all the corporate comfort if you are on alandmark Duomo and just steps away from the
business travel. The great period doorway of themain fashion houses, museums and galleries, this is
three-star Hotel Donatello opens out onto thethe ideal base from which to visit the key
large garden of Piazza Indipendenza. Thanks toattractions of this beautiful and historic city. The
this central position, all of the principal monumentshotel's elegant decor offers a chance to
of the city are easily reachable on foot: Piazzaexperience the best that Florence has to offer
San Marco, the Accademia delle Belle Arti, thewith the highest standards of accommodation,
Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, the Uffizi Gallery andcuisine and personalized service.
the Ponte Vecchio. The rooms of the hotel,No matter, however, what accommodation you
embellished with customized paintings, are all fullymay choose, keep in mind that it is best for
equipped. The bar and lounge overlook the internalvisitors to avoid the peak summer months of July
garden where, during the summer, you can haveand August, when the weather can be unbearably
a drink while relaxing at an open-air table.sticky and the prospect of trailing around
Accommodation for bigger taste and pocketsmuseums becomes unappealing. Early autumn,
For corporate travel and for luxury tastes,when the countryside glows with mellow
Florence is the place to be.fruitfulness, is the best time to visit.